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Gustavian Neoclassical Mahogany Writing Chest / Bureau on High Stand, 1800s

$6,276.66
$10,461.1040% Off
£4,704.95
£7,841.5840% Off
€5,280
€8,80040% Off
CA$8,677.30
CA$14,462.1740% Off
A$9,446.22
A$15,743.6940% Off
CHF 5,042.62
CHF 8,404.3740% Off
MX$114,037.49
MX$190,062.4940% Off
NOK 63,404.74
NOK 105,674.5640% Off
SEK 58,930.54
SEK 98,217.5640% Off
DKK 40,222.62
DKK 67,037.7140% Off

About the Item

Swedish Gustavian mahogany writing cabinet. The writing part is covered with a black patent leather, with visible traces of use. The inner drawers have bone handles. The upper part is covered with mahogany veneer with brass strips and handles. The legs are made from solid mahogany with brass ends. The upper lock is fully functional with the original key. The bottom drawer key is missing. There are small traces of the wormhole on the back, fortunately currently inactive.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.43 in (123 cm)Width: 34.26 in (87 cm)Depth: 19.3 in (49 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lucenec, SK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3759118917402

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